Headstart is a programme funded by the Big Lottery and based in six local authority areas in England. Newham is the only setting within London. Headstart is an early intervention programme, based within schools and aimed at addressing children and young people aged 10-16. It operates in 50 primary and 14 secondary schools. There are […]
National Autistic Society – Youth Campaigner’s Group Charter A charter developed by young people with the support of the National Autistic Society. The charter gives the views of young people with autism about the matters that services need to think of to cater effectively for their needs. Youth Access – Young People’s Charter Youth Access […]
Medical advice (Headmeds) The aim of Headmeds is to give young people straightforward and reliable information about mental health medication from a trustworthy source. ‘HeadMeds is not pro- or anti- medication. It just gives young people the facts, including answers to questions like ‘can I still drink alcohol?’ and ‘will it make me put on weight?’’ The website […]
The Department for Education and Department of Health and Social Care jointly published ‘‘Transforming Children and Young People’s Mental Health: A Green Paper” in 2017, and a subsequent consultation response in 2018, setting out the governments commitments to improve mental health support in and around schools and colleges. As part of this, government committed to […]
Supported through the Greater London Authority, Healthy Schools London is an award scheme for schools, which can be achieved at Bronze, Silver and Gold levels. Emotional wellbeing and mental health is one of the key elements in achieving the awards. The site gives further information on how to achieve the awards and a range of additional […]
Bullying: Department of Education Guidance Department of Education Guidance on how to manage bullying. There is also specific guidance on cyber bullying for Head Teachers and a guide for parents. Child Bereavement UK – Advice for Schools This site provides a Schools Information Pack, giving a range of guidance, tools and examples of what has […]
Good Thinking has shared a helpful list of apps available for children and young people under the age of 18. See their page here and find other suggestions below. NHS Go NHS Go is an app that provides confidential advice and information to children and young people up to 25 years of age, using NHS Choices […]
Childline Childline offers a range of online advice and guidance on mental health and emotional wellbeing. It is easily accessible and uses clear and straightforward language. There is information on how to seek additional help and advice for young people concerned about particular issues. There as well as the opportunity for children and young people […]
Eating disorders can affect anyone of any age and children are a particularly vulnerable group. School staff are ideally placed to spot the early signs of an eating disorder and potential factors in an eating disorder’s development, such as trouble with peers and academic pressure. Beat Eating Disorders Beat provide a range of tools and […]
There are many digital tools and apps which can help to support young people’s mental wellbeing. Good Thinking Good Thinking recommends NHS-approved apps for young people under the age of 18 to help reduce your anxiety, get better sleep, lower your stress and boost your mood. Other apps that are available include: Power Up […]